Neonatologist

Whether you're a resident, a physician early in your career, or a seasoned physician with years of experience, Akron Children's Hospital has something different that is hard to explain. You feel it in the atmosphere as soon as you enter through the doors. You experience it every day with your colleagues, staff, patients, and their families. Once you're here, you know you’re home.

We are seeking a full‑time Neonatologist to join our Neonatology‑Perinatology Department. You will be part of a highly skilled team, providing the highest level of care for critically ill and premature newborns within our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Our NICU offers a 100‑bed capacity, with 75 Level IV beds and 25 Level III beds, all in private rooms, ensuring optimal patient care and family comfort. You will also provide coverage at the Akron Children’s Summa NICU with a 22‑bed Level III NICU.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver expert care to sick and premature newborns in both the Level IV and Level III NICU settings.
• Attend and manage high‑risk deliveries.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans for extremely premature, surgical, cardiac, and ECMO patients, with a focus on optimizing patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with a growing multidisciplinary team, currently including 8 neonatologists and 40 neonatal nurse practitioners.

Qualifications

• Board‑certified or board‑eligible in Neonatology.
• Ability to obtain an unrestricted Ohio medical license.
• Experience in neonatal intensive care and high‑risk deliveries.
• Strong commitment to patient care and teamwork.

Opportunities for Growth

• Engage in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, with an academic appointment opportunity at Northeast Ohio Medical University.
• Participate in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives.

The incoming physician will have teaching opportunities with residents and medical students and an appointment opportunity at Northeast Ohio Medical University. The successful candidate will be an excellent clinician interested in education and quality improvement.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

This position is a 501(c)(3) site which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal government.

Compensation and Benefits

• Attractive guaranteed base salary
• Starting bonus
• Quality and productivity bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Occurrence‑based malpractice coverage
• Relocation assistance
• Generous vacation and CME time/money
• Student loan repayment strategies

About Akron Children’s Hospital

Akron Children’s has been caring for children since 1890. With two hospital campuses, six regional health centers and 50+ primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, the hospital is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio. It is a major teaching affiliate of Northeast Ohio Medical University and has been ranked among America’s Best Children’s Hospitals by Newsweek in 2022 and 2023.

Community Overview

Akron’s residents enjoy a variety of recreational, cultural, and sports opportunities. The hospital is deeply involved in the Northeastern Ohio community, providing a blend of urban and outdoor activities for families and patients alike.